{"product_id":"kd-231-hat-box","title":"KD-231 Hat Box | Large Western Hat \u0026 Helmet Travel Case","description":"\u003csection class=\"kde-dimensions\" aria-label=\"Dimensions and fit\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box;border:1px solid #d9e3ec;border-left:4px solid #005cb9;border-radius:10px;background:#f0f6fb;color:#1b2938;padding:18px;margin:0 0 24px;line-height:1.6\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"color:#123554;font-size:22px;line-height:1.2;margin:0 0 10px\"\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (L × W × H):\u003c\/strong\u003e 19.875 × 18.75 × 10 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0\"\u003eThese measurements do not describe usable interior space. Check the item’s full shape and closure clearance before choosing a case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color:#005cb9;text-decoration:underline\" href=\"\/en-de\/pages\/size-fit-guide\"\u003eCompare sizes in the K\u0026amp;D Size \u0026amp; Fit Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kde-pdp-aeo\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKD-231 Low-Profile Stackable Hat Box for 5-Inch Brims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The KD-231 is K\u0026amp;D's larger western hat can for hats up to a 5-inch brim max. It gives broad-brim western hats hard-shell protection in a low-profile, stackable case built for trucks, trailers, tack rooms, shows, rodeos, and travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy riders choose the KD-231\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits up to a 5-inch brim max:\u003c\/strong\u003e real room for broader western hat shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-profile design:\u003c\/strong\u003e protects the hat without wasting storage space above it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStackable hard shell:\u003c\/strong\u003e easier to load and organize with multiple hats or travel cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpaque protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps direct light off the hat while closed and keeps expensive headwear out of sight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in mirror:\u003c\/strong\u003e make the final check before the arena, show pen, or event.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocking hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps the case secured through repeated handling and travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProven K\u0026amp;D durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e built for shifting trailer loads, truck beds, tack rooms, airports, hotels, and real show miles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClear lid or opaque hat can?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA transparent lid gives a quick view of the contents, but transparency should not be confused with UV protection. Hat makers recommend keeping hats away from direct sunlight because long exposure can fade and age materials. The KD-231 uses an opaque shell to keep direct light off the hat while the case is closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy feature counts miss the point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore carry methods do not protect a brim. The important work is done by the rigid shell, correct brim fit, secure hardware, stable stackable profile, and the durability to take repeated travel without turning your hat into the weak link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFive-inch protection without the $150 price\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of August 19, 2026, newly launched clear-lid hat cans are publicly listed at $150 by multiple western retailers. The KD-231 is $69.99 - a difference of $80.01. Two KD-231 hat boxes cost $139.98, still $10.02 less than one $150 case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/pages\/which-kd-hat-box-do-i-need#value-check\"\u003eSee the full K\u0026amp;D hat-box value comparison\u003c\/a\u003e. Prices and availability can change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRubber feet, extra straps, and real travel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRubber feet may improve grip on a clean, flat surface, but they are not a tie-down system and cannot promise that a portable case will never move. Dust, moisture, vibration, slopes, sudden stops, and shifting cargo still matter. Place the case flat and keep it away from unsecured heavy gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtra carrying methods can add convenience, but they do not protect the crown or brim. K\u0026amp;D puts the protective work into the hard shell, correct brim fit, compact stackable profile, dependable handle, and secure hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKD-231 or KD-131?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the KD-231 for western hats up to a 5-inch brim max. Choose the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/kd-131-western-hat-box-1\"\u003eKD-131 Hat Box\u003c\/a\u003e for standard western hats up to a 4-inch brim. Want a place for brushes, bands, pins, and small show gear? Choose the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/kd-231-hat-box-w-accessory-case\"\u003eKD-231 with Accessory Case\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/pages\/which-kd-hat-box-do-i-need\"\u003eCompare every K\u0026amp;D western hat box\u003c\/a\u003e or browse the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/pages\/which-kd-hat-box-do-i-need#products\"\u003eShop the K\u0026amp;D hat box lineup\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTravel note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eK\u0026amp;D hat boxes are designed for travel, but airline rules and aircraft storage vary. Confirm current carrier limits before flying and avoid prolonged heat or direct sun in any vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"K\u0026D Equestrian LLC","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":39380013416496,"sku":"843955005634","price":63.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Teal","offer_id":39380013482032,"sku":"843955005719","price":63.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"John Deere Green","offer_id":39380013514800,"sku":"843955005665","price":63.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":39380013613104,"sku":"843955005658","price":63.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown","offer_id":39380013645872,"sku":"843955005689","price":63.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":39380013711408,"sku":"843955005672","price":63.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray","offer_id":39380013776944,"sku":"843955005702","price":63.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan","offer_id":40997108252720,"sku":"843955005696","price":63.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Navy","offer_id":40997108285488,"sku":"843955006334","price":63.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2788\/8930\/products\/kd-231-hat-box-kandd-equestrian-llc-98295.png?v=1747320876","url":"https:\/\/kdequestrian.com\/en-de\/products\/kd-231-hat-box","provider":"K\u0026D Equestrian LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}